Sean Leahy

Saturday's Three Stars: Malone's trick does in 'Canes

Malone's hat-trick included the game-winner for Tampa Bay as they defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2. His second goal coming with just 9:14 to play in the game would wind up being the game-winner. It was Tampa's first win of the season and their first since March 24th.

The "Whiteout" in Phoenix didn't affect Garon as he spoiled the big home opener for the Coyotes on Saturday night stopping 36 shots and posting a shutout in a 2-0 victory for Columbus. It was the third time in Garon's career has blanked the Coyotes.

Toronto's truculent style of hockey cost them against the defending Stanley Cup champions. Giving the Penguins five power-plays was costly as Pittsburgh cashed in on three of them, two of which saw goals by Crosby in a 5-2 win. The Maple Leafs tried fighting back in the game, but Pittsburgh would score two goals 31 and 67 seconds after Toronto goals to keep their lead extended.

Did you know? The Florida Panthers have yet to score in the first period through their first four games.

Dishonorable mention: Islanders goaltender Dwayne Roloson(notes) blew a 3-0 lead and allowed three goals in the final six minutes of the third period against the Boston Bruins ... Feeble power-plays tonight included Minnesota (1-for 8), St. Louis (0-for-5) and Phoenix (0-for-6) ... The Coyotes couldn't muster a goal despite outshooting Columbus 36-18 ... Nashville won 36 of 57 faceoffs and managed only 25 shots in their 1-0 loss to Buffalo ... Eric Staal(notes) scored the opening goal of the game, but finished a minus-3 against Tampa Bay.